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Citizen Series 8 870vsPhoibos Argo

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Series 8 870
CitizenSeries 8 870
MSRP $1,095
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Series 8 87039mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Series 8 87042h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Series 8 870100m
Argo200m
MSRP
Series 8 870$1,095
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
11mm
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Green
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
9051
SII NH35
Power Reserve
42h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,095
$345

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen Series 8 870

The Citizen Series 8 870 is praised for its compelling value proposition and modern Japanese design with a sporty edge. Reviewers note its 40mm steel case, glossy dial with applied markers, and the in-house Calibre 0950 automatic movement offering 50 hours of power reserve and enhanced magnetic resistance. The flat sapphire crystal is noted to collect fingerprints, and the solid caseback omits a view of the movement. The limited edition variant features a 40.8mm black DLC-coated case, a carbon fiber dial, and the 0950 movement regulated to -5/+10 seconds per day. Overall, the Citizen Series 8 870 is viewed as a strong offering for its blend of design and features.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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